Weight lifting device

ABSTRACT

A device; the device includes a handle, at least one rope and a weighted member. The device includes a suspended weighted bag unit capable of functioning as a dumbbell, allowing users to customize a workout, target various upper body muscles and perform repeated curls or other exercises designed to build upper body muscles.

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

The present application is related to and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/624,963 filed Feb. 1, 2018, which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The following includes information that may be useful in understanding the present disclosure. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art nor material to the presently described or claimed inventions, nor that any publication or document that is specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.

1. Field of the Invention

The present invention relates generally to the field of weight lifting and more specifically relates to weight lifting equipment.

2. Description of Related Art

Many people exercise to stay in shape. Dumbbells are common exercise tools used to perform curls and other upper body exercises. These exercises typically target the biceps; however, other muscles may be worked out using a dumbbell. Using a dumbbell can be difficult for an extended period of time. Conventional dumbbells may be an issue for those with hand or wrist strength problems. A suitable solution is desired.

U.S. Pat. No. 9,504,867 to William B. Hall relates to a weight holding device. The described weight holding device includes a strap and a strap-separating component attached to the strap. The strap-separating component maintains a separation between two portions of the strap when a weight is suspended from the weight holding device. An optional handgrip may be included.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the known weight lifting art, the present disclosure provides a novel weight lifting device. The general purpose of the present disclosure, which will be described subsequently in greater detail, is to provide a suspended weighted bag unit capable of functioning as a dumbbell, allowing users to perform repeated curls or other exercises designed to build upper body muscles. The suspended weight bag may include a more effective exercise tool than a dumbbell, allowing users to customize a workout and target various upper body muscles with each session. The device may be designed to replace conventional dumbbells.

A device for exercising is disclosed herein. The device includes a handle configured to substantially encircle a limb of a user. At least one rope may be attached to the handle at a first end of the at least one rope. Further, a weighted member may be attached (proximate) to a second end of the at least one rope. The weighted member may include a nonrigid outer-shell defining an inner-capacity, and the inner-capacity may house a weight-material configured to provide a weight to the weighted member.

A method of using device is also disclosed herein. The method of using device may comprise the steps of: providing the device as above; attaching the at least one rope to the handle at the first end of the at least one rope; substantially encircling the handle around the limb of the user; lifting the weighted member via the handle and the at least one rope; and performing weight lifting exercise with the device.

For purposes of summarizing the invention, certain aspects, advantages, and novel features of the invention have been described herein. It is to be understood that not necessarily all such advantages may be achieved in accordance with any one particular embodiment of the invention. Thus, the invention may be embodied or carried out in a manner that achieves or optimizes one advantage or group of advantages as taught herein without necessarily achieving other advantages as may be taught or suggested herein. The features of the invention which are believed to be novel are particularly pointed out and distinctly claimed in the concluding portion of the specification. These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following drawings and detailed description.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The figures which accompany the written portion of this specification illustrate embodiments and methods of use for the present disclosure, a weight lifting device, constructed and operative according to the teachings of the present disclosure.

FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of the device during an ‘in-use’ condition, according to an embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 2A is a front perspective view of the device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 2B is a front perspective view of the device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3A is a front perspective view of the device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3B is a front perspective view of the device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 4A is a front perspective view of the device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 4B is a view of an inner-capacity the device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 5 is a flow diagram illustrating a method of use for the device, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The various embodiments of the present invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the appended drawings, wherein like designations denote like elements.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

As discussed above, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to weight lifting and more particularly to a weight lifting device as used to improve use and efficiency of weight lifting.

Generally, disclosed is a device including a strap, worn around the hand or wrist, effectively ensuring the user can lift the weighted bag unit and perform repeated exercises with a strong, durable grip. The device may include a suspension rope and strap for securing a user's grip onto the device. The strap can be wrapped around the hand or wrist, allowing users to lift the bag and perform repeated curls or other exercises. The suspension ropes can be interchanged for various lengths for different exercises or user preferences. The user wraps the strap around the fist, lifts the sack, and begins curl exercises. The strap allows the weight trainer to control the angle in which the weight exercises the bicep.

The device may allow users to maintain varying hand positions in order to target different areas of the bicep and other muscles. The device may include a variety of suspension ropes to offer varying lengths for different exercises or user preferences in order to maintain comfort and safety while exercising. The device may allow an easier time lifting weight when compared to a conventional dumbbell while still obtaining an efficient workout. The device may be constructed using leather and other suitable materials. The device may be filled with sand and other materials to provide weight. Exact size, measurement, construction, and design specifications may vary upon manufacturing.

Referring now more specifically to the drawings by numerals of reference, there is shown in FIGS. 1-4B, various views of a device 100.

FIG. 1 shows a device 100 during an ‘in-use’ condition 150, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As illustrated, the device 100 may include a handle 110, at least one rope 120 and a weighted member. The device 100 being configured for weight lifting. The handle 110 may be configured to substantially encircle a limb 5 of a user 10. As shown, preferably the limb 5 of the user 10 may be a hand. However, any body part is contemplated that the user 10 may wish to use to facilitate exercise of a desired area. For example, the limb 5 may be a foot of the user 10.

FIGS. 2A-2B shows front perspective views of the device 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. In one embodiment, the handle 110 may include a continuous loop 112 having a circumference and an aperture for receiving the limb 5 of the user 10. For example, the continuous loop 112 may be a bracelet, a strap, etc. that may be worn on the limb 5 of the user 10. In some embodiments, the handle 110 may include a fastener 116. In this embodiment, the fastener 116 may be a clasp, a button, a clip, a snap fastener 116, a magnet, etc.

In another embodiment, the handle 110 may include an elongated length 114 (that is not a continuous loop). The elongated length 114 may be configured to wrap around the limb 5 of the user 10. In this embodiment, the handle 110 may include the fastener 116, and the fastener 116 may include adhesive. In this example, the user 10 my wrap the elongated length 114 around the limb 5 and fasten via the adhesive. However, it should be appreciated that other fasteners are contemplated, and in some embodiments, the handle 110 may not include the fastener 116.

FIGS. 3A-3B show front perspective views of the device 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown, the at least one rope 120 may be attached to the handle 110 at a first end 122 of the at least one rope 120. Preferably, the at least one rope 120 may be detachable at the first end 122 from the handle 110. Further, the at least one rope 120 may be detachable at a second end 124 from the weighted member. In this embodiment, the at least one rope 120 may be detached from the device 100 and interchanged with another rope.

In one embodiment, the at least one rope 120 may include a first-rope 126 and a second-rope 128. The first-rope 126 may include a first-length 127, the second-rope 128 may include a second-length 129. Preferably, the first-length 127 and the second-length 129 may be different from each other. However, in another embodiment, the first-rope 126 and the second-rope 128 may be different from each other in other ways, such as in materials, weights, rigidity, etc. The first-rope 126 and the second-rope 128 may be included as part of a kit with the handle 110 and the weighted member. It should be appreciated that the at least one rope 120 is not limited to just including the first-rope 126 and the second-rope 128; there may be more than two ropes or less than two ropes.

The at least one rope 120 may be made from a polyester material, a polypropylene material, a rubber material, a silicone material, a nylon material, manila material, and the like. The at least one rope 120 may include a plurality of strands that may be braided, plaited, twisted, double-braided, diamond-braided, etc.

FIGS. 4A-4B shows front ad top perspective views of the device 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As above, the weighted member 130 may be attached to the second end 124 (FIG. 3A) of the at least one rope 120 (FIG. 3A). The weighted member 130 may include a nonrigid outer-shell 132 defining an inner-capacity 134. Preferably, the weighted member 130 may be a sack. In another embodiment, the weighted member 130 may be a bag. The nonrigid outer-shell 132 may be made from a leather material, a fabric material, a textile material, a plastic material, a rubber material, a silicone material, etc.

The inner-capacity 134 may house a weight-material 136 configured to provide a weight to the weighted member. In one embodiment, the weight-material 136 may be sand. In another embodiments, the weight-material 136 may be iron, plastic, rubber, silicone, etc. The weight-material 136 may include a plurality of particles, granules, beads, etc. The weight may be at least one pound. The weighted member 130 may be manufactured in with various different weights. In some embodiments, the weight-material 136 may be removable such that the user 10 is able to lessen the weight, or in some embodiments, add weight. The weight-material 136 may be provided as part of the kit to allow the user 10 to add a desired amount of weight-material 136 to the inner-capacity 134.

FIG. 5 is a flow diagram illustrating a method of using a device for weight lifting 500, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As illustrated, the method of using a device for weight lifting 500 may include the steps of: providing 501 the device as above; attaching 502 the at least one rope to the handle at the first end of the at least one rope; substantially encircling 503 the handle around the limb of the user; lifting 504 the weighted member via the handle and the at least one rope; and performing 505 weight lifting exercise with the device. Further steps may include: providing 506 the at least one rope including at least a first-rope and a second-rope, the first-rope including a first-length, second-rope including a second-length, and wherein the first-length and the second-length are different; attaching 507 one of the first-rope and the second-rope to the handle; substantially encircling 508 the handle around the limb of the user; lifting 509 the weighted member via the handle and the one of the first-rope and the second-rope; and performing 510 weight lifting exercise with the device.

Optional steps of method of use 500 are illustrated using dotted lines in FIG. 5 so as to distinguish them from the other steps of method of use 500. It should also be noted that the steps described in the method of use can be carried out in many different orders according to user preference. The use of “step of” should not be interpreted as “step for”, in the claims herein and is not intended to invoke the provisions of 35 U.S.C. § 112(f). It should also be noted that, under appropriate circumstances, considering such issues as design preference, user preferences, marketing preferences, cost, structural requirements, available materials, technological advances, etc., other methods for device 100 (e.g., different step orders within above-mentioned list, elimination or addition of certain steps, including or excluding certain maintenance steps, etc.), are taught herein.

The embodiments of the invention described herein are exemplary and numerous modifications, variations and rearrangements can be readily envisioned to achieve substantially equivalent results, all of which are intended to be embraced within the spirit and scope of the invention. Further, the purpose of the foregoing abstract is to enable the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally, and especially the scientist, engineers and practitioners in the art who are not familiar with patent or legal terms or phraseology, to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and essence of the technical disclosure of the application. 

What is claimed is new and desired to be protected by Letters Patent is set forth in the appended claims:
 1. A device for weight lifting, the device comprising: a handle, the handle being configured to substantially encircle a limb of a user; at least one rope attached to the handle at a first end of the at least one rope; and a weighted member attached to a second end of the at least one rope, the weighted member including a nonrigid outer-shell defining an inner-capacity, and wherein the inner-capacity houses a weight-material configured to provide a weight to the weighted member.
 2. The device of claim 1, wherein the handle includes a continuous loop having a circumference and an aperture for receiving the limb of the user.
 3. The device of claim 1, wherein the handle includes an elongated length, and wherein the elongated length is configured to wrap around the limb of the user.
 4. The device of claim 1, wherein the handle includes a fastener.
 5. The device of claim 1, wherein the limb of the user is a hand.
 6. The device of claim 1, wherein the at least one rope is detachable at the first end from the handle.
 7. The device of claim 6, wherein the at least one rope is detachable at the second end from the weighted member.
 8. The device of claim 1, wherein the at least one rope includes at least a first-rope and a second-rope.
 9. The device of claim 8, wherein the first-rope includes a first-length, wherein the second-rope includes a second-length, and wherein the first-length and the second-length are different from each other.
 10. The device of claim 1, wherein the weighted member is a sack.
 11. The device of claim 1, wherein the weight-material is sand.
 12. The device of claim 1, wherein the weight-material is iron.
 13. The device of claim 1, wherein the weight-material is plastic.
 14. The device of claim 1, wherein the weight-material is rubber.
 15. The device of claim 1, wherein the weight-material is silicone.
 16. The device of claim 1, wherein the weight is at least one pound.
 17. A device for weight lifting, the device comprising: a handle, the handle being configured to substantially encircle a limb of a user; at least one rope for attachment to the handle at a first end of the at least one rope; and a weighted member attached to a second end of the at least one rope, the weighted member including a nonrigid outer-shell defining an inner-capacity, and wherein the inner-capacity houses a weight-material configured to provide a weight to the weighted member; and wherein the handle includes a continuous loop having a circumference and an aperture for receiving the limb of the user; wherein the limb of the user is a hand; wherein the at least one rope is detachable at the first end from the handle; wherein the at least one rope includes a plurality of intertwined strands configured to withstand the weight of the weighted member; wherein the at least one rope includes at least a first-rope and a second-rope; wherein the first-rope includes a first-length; wherein the second-rope includes a second-length; wherein the first-length and the second-length are different from each other; wherein the weighted member is a sack; wherein the weight-material is sand; and wherein the weight is at least one pound.
 18. The device of claim 17, further comprising set of instructions; and wherein the device is arranged as a kit.
 19. A method of using a device for weight lifting, the method comprising the steps of: providing the device for weight lifting, the device including: a handle, the handle being configured to substantially encircle a limb of a user; at least one rope for attachment to the handle at a first end of the at least one rope; and a weighted member attached to a second end of the at least one rope, the weighted member including a nonrigid outer-shell defining an inner-capacity, and wherein the inner-capacity houses a weight-material configured to provide a weight to the weighted member; attaching the at least one rope to the handle at the first end of the at least one rope; substantially encircling the handle around the limb of the user; lifting the weighted member via the handle and the at least one rope; and performing weight lifting exercise with the device.
 20. The method of claim 19, further comprising the steps of: providing the at least one rope including at least a first-rope and a second-rope, the first-rope including a first-length, second-rope including a second-length, and wherein the first-length and the second-length are different; attaching one of the first-rope and the second-rope to the handle; substantially encircling the handle around the limb of the user; lifting the weighted member via the handle and the one of the first-rope and the second-rope; and performing weight lifting exercise with the device. 